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Big changes are coming to Malaysian education! The Ministry of Education (MOE) is rolling out the Kurikulum Persekolahan 2027 (KP2027)—the 2027 School Curriculum—a major reform focused on creating well-rounded students with strong foundations, high ethical values, and 21st-century competencies.
🗓️ Implementation Timeline
The KP2027 will be introduced in a clear, phased approach:
2026: Revised curriculum implementation begins for Preschool.
2027: Implementation begins for the first cohorts of Year 1 and Form 1.
Subsequent Years: The curriculum will be implemented progressively to the next year/form level until full integration is achieved across all stages.
Part 1: Primary School Focus (Year 1-6)
The primary curriculum is focused on strengthening foundations, integrating learning, and building character.
Foundations First (Years 1 & 2): Intense focus on mastering Reading, Writing, and Arithmetic (3M) early on.
New Integrated Subject: For Years 1 and 2, a combined subject called "Nature and Humanity" integrates elements of Science, Health, and Arts through Project-Based Learning (PBL).
Character Building: All students have a mandatory 60-minute weekly session dedicated to Character Building (ethics and socio-emotional skills).
Pedagogy: Introduction of the Co-Teaching Model (two qualified teachers in one classroom) for better individualized attention.
Inclusivity: Students from Year 1 onwards will have the option to learn Malaysian Sign Language (BIM).
Part 2: Secondary School Focus (Form 1-5)
Secondary education emphasizes digital preparedness, integrated STEM, and flexible learning pathways.
Digital Skills for the Future: A dedicated "Technology and Digital Skills" subject will be introduced, focusing on digital literacy and practical technology application.
Integrated Learning: Integrated STEM and TVET (Technical and Vocational Education and Training) elements will be woven into the curriculum using project-based approaches.
Student Choice: In upper secondary (Form 4 & 5), students will have more flexibility to select elective subjects, moving away from strict academic streaming.
Character Continues: The Character Building Programme continues throughout secondary school.
Part 3: Changes to Assessment Reporting
The format for reporting scores in the year-end school assessment (UASA) is changing for clarity:
UASA Reports (Year-End Test): Will be reported using clear Percentages (0-100%) and Letter Grades (A, B, C, etc.).
PBD Reports (Classroom Assessment): Will continue to use Tahap Penguasaan (TP 1 to TP 6) to track mastery and growth throughout the year.
The KP2027 is designed to modernize Malaysian schooling by balancing strong academic foundations with the critical skills and ethical character needed for success in the 21st-century world.
